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Kwanzaa is a time of fasting, feasting, and self- examination, celebrated from December 26 through January 1.

Begun in 1966 by cultural nationalists who wanted to express their Pan-African solidarity, Kwanzaa is now observed by 18 million people worldwide.

The mystical number 7 is at the core of the celebration – there are 7 days, 7 principles, and 7 symbols.

the seven principles

to maintain unity in family, community, nation, and culture

umoja:

unity

the seven principles

to be responsible for ourselves and create our own destiny

kujichagulia:

self-determination

the seven principles

to build and maintain our community and work together to help one another

ujima:

collective work and responsibility

the seven principles

to improve and support our own stores, businesses, and organizations

ujamaa:

cooperative economics

the seven principles

to restore African-American people to their traditional greatness

nia:

purpose

the seven principles

to use our creative energies toward creating a vibrant community

kuumba:

creativity

the seven principles

to strive for a higher level of life for humankind, by affirming our self-worth and confidence in our ability to succeed and triumph in righteous struggle

imani:

faith

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